Therapeutic Recreation: A Practical Approach, 4th Edition - Hardcover

Marcia Jean Carter; Glen E. Van Andel

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9781577666448: Therapeutic Recreation: A Practical Approach, 4th Edition

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1577666445 ISBN 13: 9781577666448

Publisher: Waveland Pr Inc, 2011

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A long-standing tradition of excellence is extended in the Fourth Edition of this authoritative introduction to the field of therapeutic recreation. The authors effectively combine a broad orientation to the profession with the practical information necessary for students to become successful practitioners.

Part I contains a comprehensive discussion of the field's history and theoretical underpinnings, providing students with the perspective they need to evaluate the social, cultural, demographic, economic, and technical forces that have shaped and are continuing to impact health and human services in general, and therapeutic recreation in particular. Part II introduces students to the client populations served by therapeutic recreation specialists and describes specific approaches and activities employed by TR professionals to help clients achieve meaningful improvements in health status, functional capacities, and quality of life.

The authors have retained the practical, student-oriented approach that makes this an ideal text for introductory courses. They address all content areas included in the NCTRC certification exam, are compatible with the American Psychiatric Association on psychological classifications, and incorporate the World Health Organization's international classification of functioning, disability, and health. The latest edition contains updated information on baby boomers, the obesity epidemic, and evidence-based practices; field-based photographs and illustrations; and study questions and exercises designed to engage students.

Not-for-sale instructor resource materials available to college and university faculty only; contact publisher directly.

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Title of related interest from Waveland Press: Crimando-Riggar, Community Resources: A Guide for Human Service Workers, Second Edition (ISBN 9781577663775).

Review:

"I love the categorization of topics, especially the breakdown and coverage of the disability areas. The 'study questions' and 'practical experiences to enhance student objectives' at the end of chapters are so helpful in class/assignment planning." --Emily Hayden, Springfield College

"I appreciate the newer pictures throughout the text, the updated e-sources, and the introductory chapters 1-3. The updated version is a refreshing contribution to our curriculum. I also appreciated the term 'intellectual disabilities' in lieu of mental retardation." --Robin Lombardo, St. Joseph's College, Long Island

"I was pleasantly surprised with all of the faculty support material included in the new, Fourth Edition." --Jerry Jordan, Oklahoma State University

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